William Joseph Wheatley

William Joseph Wheatley passed away peacefully Oct. 23, 2009, at his home in Santa Barbara with his family at his side.

Wheatley, born May 25, 1921, was 88 years old, and is survived by his wife of 65 years, Daisy, and his children, Joseph, Jeffrey, Rosemary and Brian, and grandchildren Gayle and Anne.

He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who was loved and admired by all.

His passion for life and learning was with him to the end, and he will be missed dearly.